I. Everyone should complete the FAFSA online. *The only people who should not apply are students who are undocumented.
II. The FAFSA (Free Application for Financial Aid) form must be completed online. The FAFSA website is: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ . Beware websites that charge you to complete the application. You should complete the application for 2010-2011.
III. In order to apply for FAFSA online, parents and students will both need PINs. This will serve as your online signature once you complete the application.
Completing the FAFSA
I. Everyone should complete the FAFSA online. *The only people who should not apply are students who are undocumented.
II. The FAFSA (Free Application for Financial Aid) form must be completed online. The FAFSA website is: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ . Beware websites that charge you to complete the application. You should complete the application for 2010-2011.
III. In order to apply for FAFSA online, parents and students will both need PINs. This will serve as your online signature once you complete the application.
The PIN website is: http://www.pin.ed.gov/PINWebApp/pinindex.jsp
IV. Worksheets to help you through the process are available http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/fafsaws01bw.pdf
V. As the funds for financial aid are finite, it is best to complete this application as soon as possible.
For more information click on the link below:
Helpful Financial Aid Websites